Recofloor and the waste exemption regulations
The provision of Recofloor collection containers at flooring distributors and project sites for the collection of vinyl flooring falls under the Non-Waste Framework Directive exemption NWFD 4 category for temporary storage at a collection point.
This means that the waste is considered low risk, and as long as you meet the exemption conditions you do not need to register with the Environment Agency.
Exemption conditions
- The waste must be collected in a secure container at a collection point.
- No more than 50 cubic meters can be stored at any one time.
- Waste can only be stored temporarily, and for no longer than 3 months.
For more information see
GOV.UK – storing waste: waste exemptions
Contractors and Distributors collecting waste from their customers
Contractors transporting waste vinyl flooring to premises for collection must by law obtain a lower-tier Waste Carrier’s Licence.
Distributors picking up waste vinyl flooring from their customers using their own transport, must by law obtain an upper-tier Waste Carrier’s Licence.
To apply for a licence, go to GOV.UK – Register or renew as a waste carrier
For help completing the form, get in touch.
Get In Touch
Call 0161 355 7618 or email info@recofloor.org
